2007 Honda Odyssey problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 57 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Honda Odyssey, most often about body & structure. There are 4 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
57
Recalls
4
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Injuries
8
Median mileage
197,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Body & Structure is the most-reported problem area, named in 15 of 57 complaints (26%).
  • Brakes (12) and electrical system (11) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 197,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 2 crashes, 1 fire and 8 injuries.
  • The 2007 Honda Odyssey has 4 recalls on file.
  • NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations covering this vehicle.
  • It ranks 12th of 22 Honda Odyssey model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 36% more complaints than the 2006 model year (42).

2007 Honda Odyssey problems by category

  • Body & Structure
    15 complaints
  • Brakes
    12 complaints
  • Electrical System
    11 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    7 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    6 complaints
  • Steering
    5 complaints
  • Engine
    5 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    4 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    4 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts · 1 crash
    4 complaints
  • Airbags
    4 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    3 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control · 1 crash
    3 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Structure:body15
Service brakes10
Electrical system9
Engine5
Steering5
Fuel/propulsion system5
Air bags4
Unknown or other4

When problems happen (mileage)

1Under 10k10k–30k130k–60k60k–100k5100k–150k21150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2007 Honda Odyssey complaints that list mileage.

2007 Honda Odyssey recalls (4)

  • Recall 14V112000Mar 14, 2014886,815 vehicles
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain 2005-2010 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured June 23, 2004, through September 4, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump strainer cover may deteriorate allowing fuel to leak out.

    Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Parts to permanently repair the affected vehicles are not currently available. Honda will notify owners with an interim letter during May 2014. A second notice was mailed to owners October 6, 2014 when the remedy became available. Any vehicles that are currently leaking from the fuel pump cover will get a replacement, original cover. All vehicles, including those receiving the interim repair, will get an improved cover when they are available. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009. The recall numbers associated with this campaign are JD9 (inspection and/or preliminary part replacement) and JE0 (final parts replacement).

  • Recall 13V500000Nov 1, 2013344,187 vehicles
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    American Honda Motor Company (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Honda Odyssey vehicles manufactured August 8, 2006, through September 8, 2008. Due to a combination of system components and software, the Vehicle Safety Assist System (VSA) may apply the brakes unexpectedly.

    Risk: The vehicle may suddenly and unexpectedly brake hard, and without illuminating the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash from behind.

    Remedy: Parts to remedy these vehicles will not be available until the spring of 2014. Honda will send owners an interim letter notifying them of the issue and instruct them how to prevent unintended braking. A second notification will be sent when the parts become available. Interim notification was mailed in December 2013. The recall began on April 29, 2014. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009 or visit their website at www.recalls.honda.com. Honda's recall number is JC5.

  • Recall 10V504000Oct 22, 2010471,820 vehicles
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

    Honda is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 odyssey and acura rl vehicles. Brake fluid containing polymers is used that acts as a lubricant for certain brake system components. If replacement brake fluid is used that does not contain such polymers, or that contains only small amounts, a part of the rubber seal located at the rear of the brake master cylinder may become dry, and the seal may curl during movement of the piston. If this occurs, a small amount of brake fluid could slowly leak from the seal into the brake booster.

    Risk: A leak of brake fluid could lead to a change in brake pedal feel and overtime a degradation in braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder seal free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during december 2010. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

  • Recall 10V098000Mar 16, 2010412,000 vehicles
    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

    Honda has notified nhtsa of a defect in certain model year 2007 and 2008 odyssey and element passenger vehicles manufactured between july 28, 2006 and august 21, 2008. Air can enter the vsa modular pump during an initial self-check process that occurs shortly after each time the engine is started. It is possible for enough air to enter the system to result in a brake pedal that feels soft or lower to the floor.

    Risk: If the owner does not have any brake service or maintenance performed over a period of months or years, the system can continue to accumulate enough air to affect braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Honda will notify owner and honda dealers will repair the vsa modulator by removing any existing air in the brake system then apply sealant and caps to prevent air from entering the brake system free of charge. The safety recall began on may 3, 2010. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • PE13024Opened Jun 25, 2013Closed Nov 4, 2013led to recall 13V500000

    Inappropriate autonomous braking

    In a letter dated October 31, 2013, Honda Motor Company (Honda) submitted a recall notice to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation describing a defect in the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system in approximately 344,187 model year (MY) 2007 and 2008 Honda Odyssey vehicles produced from August 8, 2006 through September 8, 2008 (NHTSA Recall 13V-500, Honda Recall JC5).The report describes a defect condition caused by a combination of VSA system components and software that is unique to the MY 2007-2008 Honda Odyssey vehicles.The condition may result in unexpected brake application by the VSA …

  • EA09014Opened Oct 19, 2009Closed May 11, 2010led to recall 10V098000

    Air in brake system

    By letter dated March 15, 2010, American Honda Motor Corp. (HMC) notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it will conduct a safety recall (NHTSA Recall No. 10V-098) to address a defect in approximately 412,000 model year (MY) 2007 and 2008 Honda Odyssey and Element vehicles equipped with an ABS/VSA/TCS modulator. The recalled Odyssey vehicles were built from August 2006 August 2008.The recalled Element vehicles were built from July 2006 to July 2008. According to Honda, during an initial self-check process that occurs shortly after each engine ignition cycle, th…

  • PE09024Opened May 13, 2009Closed Oct 19, 2009led to recall 10V098000

    Air in brake system

    The office of defects investigation (odi) has received 69 complaints, and honda has received 613 complaints and field reports, alleging low/soft/spongy brake pedal travel in model year (my) 2006 through 2008 honda odyssey minivans.twenty-six odi complaints were also reported to honda, resulting in a total complaint count of 656.some complaints allege that the condition resulted in extended stopping distances, including some reports of rolling past stop signs or traffic lights.there are 14 alleged crashes in the subject vehicle population related to low/soft pedals. In response to odi's informa…

Recent 2007 Honda Odyssey complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Aug 3, 2026NYBrakes
    When I stop at the red light with my brake pressed, all in a sudden the brake drop lower and the vehicle move forward. When I look up the safety recalls on my type of vehicle, there is a brake master cylinder safety recall in 2010. However, when I look up my VIN, my vehicle is not on that list. Based on the problem, it looks like my batch of Odyssey also has this safety recall issue. Probably Honda hide it to minimize the recall repair cost. I am the first owner and the…
    NHTSA complaint #11754561 · source
  2. Filed May 8, 2026200,000 miVATowedElectrical System
    The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while parked on several occasions the vehicle did not start. The contact stated that she turned the key fob forward and slowly turned it back the vehicle started. The vehicle was taken dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred after approximately three weeks. The vehicle was towed to the same dealer where it was diagnosed that…
    NHTSA complaint #11736533 · source
  3. Filed Apr 30, 2026NJBody & Structure
    I am reporting a safety issue with my 2007 Honda Odyssey. The left power sliding door latch assembly has failed, causing the sliding door to open while driving. The door does not consistently register as securely closed, and the vehicle’s alarm activates continuously, which has made the vehicle inoperable. This condition presents a serious safety hazard to the driver and passengers because the door cannot be relied upon to remain securely latched during normal operation. The…
    NHTSA complaint #11734866 · source
  4. Filed Feb 19, 2026176,401 miCOElectrical System
    Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase of the vehicle. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 147,279. It was later discovered that the mileage was 138,556. However, based on a Carfax report the actual mileage was 176,401.
    NHTSA complaint #11719169 · source
  5. Filed Nov 17, 2025CABrakesWheels & Tires
    I took this car for a test drive. The dealer said they had repaired a number of issues such as front end work, power steering hoses, and power steering fluid. They said it had passed a safety inspection. The dealer handed me a list of all the issues with the vehicle which they chose not to repair, which include: 1) vehicle driver door lock/unlock doesn't work 2) Driver sliding door doesn't work 3) beeping when turning on power sliding doors (Doesn't beep if you have it off),…
    NHTSA complaint #11699728 · source
  6. Filed Aug 27, 2025200,000 miTNDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System
    The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly braked hard. The contact stated that the Vehicle Stability Assistance (VSA) warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed and was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle…
    NHTSA complaint #11683493 · source
  7. Filed Aug 7, 2025215,000 miTXElectrical SystemOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers
    The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the rear cargo window exploded and shattered into pieces. The contact also stated that while driving on a service road at 35 MPH, the rear driver's side window exploded and shattered into pieces. No warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the air conditioner had been replaced 4 times due to constant failure. The local dealer was not…
    NHTSA complaint #11679173 · source
  8. Filed May 14, 2025238,133 miOHBrakesEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    The contact owns a 2007 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 45-65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and waited for two hours. The contact then continued driving 20-25 MPH. The contact stated that the VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) and TPMS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where it was diagnosed with battery voltage, brake sensor, ECM and PCM failures. The dealer and the manufacturer were…
    NHTSA complaint #11660906 · source

Compare the 2007 Honda Odyssey with another vehicle →

Other 2007 Honda models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology